November weather forecastAlpena, MI
November
Weather in November
The advent winter becomes prominent in Alpena's November weather. A significant dip in temperature to 42.3°F (5.7°C), coupled with rising snowfall, signals the transition from fall to winter. Remaining autumn leaves give way, while daylight hours reduce drastically, echoing the incoming season's darker days. The sea temperature falls, making beach activities less appealing. Overall, November sets the stage for the imminent cold wave.Temperature
November's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in October to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Alpena, during November nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a still wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C).Humidity
In November, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In November, in Alpena, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout November, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alpena, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alpena, Michigan. In Alpena, Michigan, in November, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 82.7 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Alpena, the average seawater temperature in November is 44.6°F (7°C).Note: Swimming in 44.6°F (7°C) at temperatures under 50°F (10°C) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 55.4°F (13°C) feels frosty.
Daylight
The average length of the day in November in Alpena is 9h and 34min.On the first day of November in Alpena, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EST to EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in November is 4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Alpena, Michigan, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In November, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in November
Alpena, MI
- Average high temperature in November: 42.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).
- Average low temperature in November: 33.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18°F).
Average pressure in November
Alpena, MI
- Average pressure in November: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in November
Alpena, MI
- Average wind speed in November: 10.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).
Average humidity in November
Alpena, MI
- Average humidity in November: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).
Average rainfall in November
Alpena, MI
- Average rainfall in November: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in November
Alpena, MI
- Average rainfall days in November: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in November
Alpena, MI
- Average snowfall in November: 1.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in November
Alpena, MI
- Average snowfall days in November: 9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in November
Alpena, MI
- Average sea temperature in November: 45°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (36°F).
Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Alpena, MI
- Average daylight in November: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in November: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in November
Alpena, MI
- Average sunshine days in November: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).
Average UV index in November
Alpena, MI
- Average UV index in November: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in November
Alpena, MI
- Average cloud cover in November: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in November
Alpena, MI
- Average visibility in November: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).





